Public Sector Accounting Manager — GAAP & Reporting

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a professional accountant to support financial accounting and reporting under the Senior Accounting Manager. You will perform daily analyses, reconciliations, and reporting while ensuring compliance with GASB and district policies.

The role requires a CPA or CGFM and government accounting experience is preferred; strong communication and ERP experience are essential. Location is the district office in Tucson.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field required; two years in public/government accounting or six years in accounting.
• One year of supervisory experience and one year of customer service experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB and governmental auditing standards.
• Experience with governmental ERP systems (Oracle, Tyler, SAP, Infinite Visions) preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to read and follow written, graphic, and oral instructions.
• Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting functions supporting financial accounting and reporting activities.
• Handle day-to-day accounting analysis and reconciliations.
• Prepare reporting and provide technical accounting support to ensure accurate records and compliance.
• Promote sound financial management across the district through accurate reporting and controls.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field

Supervisor/Leadership experience

Customer service experience

Verbal and written communication

Word processing / spreadsheets / databases

Tools

Oracle

Tyler

SAP

Infinite Visions

Job description

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SUMMARY

Performs professional accounting functions supporting the district’s financial accounting and reporting activities under the direction of the Senior Accounting Manager. Responsible for day-to-day accounting analysis, reconciliations, reporting preparation, and technical accounting support to ensure accurate financial records and compliance with adherence to applicable laws, regulations, accounting standards, District policies and internal controls. Promotes sound financial management across the district through accurate financial reporting and financial management.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field
  AND
  Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience in the public sector or governmental accounting.
  OR
  Six (6) years of professional accounting experience
• One (1) year of supervisory experience
• One (1) year of customer service experience
• Knowledge and experience with governmental ERP systems like Oracle, Tyler, SAP, Infinite Visions or similar.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards
• Board (GASB) and governmental auditing standards.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English and the ability to read and comprehend written, graphic, and oral instructions
• Knowledge and ability to use word-processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• FBI fingerprint background check
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in School District or governmental accounting functions
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Financial Managers (CGFM) or Certified
• Administrator of School Finance & Operations (SFO)

COMMENTS
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: District Office - 1010 E Tenth St
FTE : 1.0 -8 hours per day
Work Calendar:12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.For more information on salary schedule, please reference theEmployee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.